Ultra-Processed Foods Lawsuit
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Diabetes, Fatty Liver in Children
If your child developed a serious health condition like type 2 diabetes or fatty liver disease after regularly consuming ultra-processed foods, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit. Attorneys across the country are now pursuing legal action against major food companies accused of designing these products to be addictive and marketing them directly to children.
An attorney can help by investigating your case, gathering medical records and evidence of your child’s consumption habits, and working with experts to show a connection between the products and your child’s illness. They can also handle all communication with the companies and their legal teams, file the necessary paperwork, and fight for fair compensation on your behalf.
These cases claim that companies prioritized profits over health, contributing to a rise in chronic diseases among American youth, and a lawyer can help you hold them accountable.
Facts About Ultra-Processed Food Lawsuits
Products:
- Ultra-processed foods (UPFs)
Injuries/Illnesses/Complications
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Fatty liver (hepatic steatosis)
Defendants
- Kraft Heinz
- Coca-Cola
- Mondelez
- And many more
Status
- The first known UPF lawsuit was filed in December 2024. More cases are emerging across the U.S. in 2025, and attorneys are offering free consultations to advise victims and their families on their legal rights.
Who Qualifies for the Ultra-Processed Foods Lawsuit?
Families may qualify to file a lawsuit if their child developed a serious health condition after regularly consuming ultra-processed foods. These products, such as sugary cereals, packaged snacks, fast food, and sodas, are often engineered to be addictive and are heavily marketed to children. To be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:
- Regular Consumption of Ultra-Processed Foods Before Diagnosis: Your child must have consumed ultra-processed foods on a consistent basis before being diagnosed with a qualifying health condition.
- Medical Diagnosis Before Age 18: The child must have received a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes or fatty liver disease before turning 18. These conditions are increasingly being seen in children and teens, and lawsuits allege that food companies played a role in this alarming trend.
- Not Currently Represented by Another Attorney for This Claim: To pursue a case, you must not already be working with a lawyer regarding this specific lawsuit.
If you’re unsure whether your child’s situation meets these requirements, speaking with a qualified attorney can help you determine eligibility and explore your legal options.
Potential Compensation for Eligible Families
If your child qualifies for the lawsuit, your family may be entitled to seek financial compensation for the harm caused by ultra-processed foods. A successful claim could help cover a range of damages, including:
- Medical Expenses (Past & Future): This includes costs for doctor visits, hospitalizations, medications, and ongoing treatment your child may need to manage their condition now and in the future.
- Pain and Suffering: Chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease can cause significant physical discomfort and impact a child’s day-to-day life.
- Loss of Quality of Life: If your child’s condition has limited their ability to enjoy activities, play sports, or live without dietary restrictions, you may be able to recover damages for those life-altering impacts.
- Emotional Distress: These diagnoses can cause anxiety, depression, and emotional challenges not only for the child but also for the entire family.
- Potential Long-Term Treatment or Care Costs: If your child’s condition requires long-term medical care, dietary planning, or future procedures, compensation may be available to help secure that care.
Our partnering attorneys can evaluate your child’s case and help calculate the full extent of the damages to help ensure your family is not left to bear these costs alone.
FAQs: Ultra-Processed Foods
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are heavily modified food products that often contain little or no whole foods. They typically include ingredients like artificial colors, flavors, emulsifiers, preservatives, and added sugars or fats designed to increase shelf life and palatability.
Children are especially vulnerable due to ongoing development. Studies show early and frequent consumption of UPFs increases the risk of obesity, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and long-term metabolic dysfunction.
Evidence may include:
- Documentation of economic losses or long-term health impacts.
- Proof of regular UPF consumption during childhood.
- Medical records showing diagnosis of type 2 diabetes or NAFLD.
Settlements could vary depending on the severity of the diagnosis, cost of long-term care, lost wages or diminished earning potential, and emotional or psychological damages. Past verdicts in similar mass torts offer a range but no guarantee.
Yes. As of 2025, approximately 70% of food products in grocery stores are considered ultra-processed, highlighting the widespread presence and potential exposure, especially among children.
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White Heart Legal connects people harmed by dangerous products with qualified attorneys who fight for justice. Our partners offer free consultations and only get paid if you win. We believe every family deserves answers and support when corporations put profits ahead of public health. If your child has been diagnosed with diabetes or fatty liver disease after consuming ultra-processed foods, you may qualify for compensation.
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